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2026 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final Fixtures Confirmed as Race for the Trophy Intensifies
The battle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered its decisive phase, with the quarter-final lineup almost complete following an action-packed Round of 16 filled with dramatic results, memorable performances, and unexpected twists.
With just eight nations left in the tournament, the fight for a place in the semi-finals promises even more high-stakes football as the remaining contenders edge closer to lifting the sport’s most coveted trophy.
The first confirmed quarter-final will see France take on Morocco on July 9, 2026, after both sides came through their respective knockout ties in impressive fashion.
France booked their place in the last eight with a narrow 1-0 victory over Paraguay. Kylian Mbappé proved decisive, converting the match-winning penalty to send the former world champions into another World Cup quarter-final.
48 nations dared to dream, but only 8 remain. The Quarter-finals are locked in. 🏆#FIFAWorldCup #Qualified @mcdonalds pic.twitter.com/7C3WGlps0Q
— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) July 7, 2026
Morocco, meanwhile, maintained their outstanding run with a convincing 3-0 triumph over Canada. The Atlas Lions combined defensive discipline with clinical finishing to comfortably secure their place among the tournament’s final eight teams.
Their meeting now sets up one of the most intriguing fixtures of the quarterfinals, with France aiming to continue their title pursuit while Morocco look to extend another historic World Cup campaign.
Remaining quarter-final fixtures
- France vs Morocco
- Norway vs England
- Spain vs Belgium
- Argentina vs Switzerland
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals will be played between July 9 and July 11, 2026, with the four winners progressing to the semi-finals as the race for global football’s biggest prize reaches its climax.
The quarter-finals are set 🤝#FIFAWorldCup
— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) July 7, 2026